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The FBI and the Environmental Protection Agency are warning utilities nationwide of more attacks on critical water infrastructure after hackers targeted cyberattacks on municipal water systems in at least seven states, including more than 30 facilities in Minnesota. NBC News National Security and Global Affairs Reporter Dan De Luce explains why law enforcement is pointing the finger at Iranian hackers and why U.S. infrastructure has become more vulnerable to cyberattacks. Then, Sens. Thom Tillis, R-N.C., and John Cornyn, R-Texas, are holding up the confirmation of Todd Blanche for attorney general over concerns about a controversial IRS settlement deal that Blanche signed off on. NBC News Chief Justice and National Affairs Correspondent Kelly O’Donnell breaks down how the Trump administration’s resistance to the senators’ demands is derailing the process. Plus, European, North American and Asian soccer organizations are rejecting FIFA’s plan to sell World Cup stakes to private equity — and UEFA is even calling for an all-out boycott. NBC News Digital Sports Reporter Andrew Greif explains FIFA President Gianni Infantino’s plan and how this could affect upcoming matches and the 2027 Women’s World Cup. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Russia launched a deadly attack on Ukraine overnight that reached all the way into Polish airspace. Beyond Europe, there’s a new battleground emerging in the nearby Caspian Sea, where Ukraine has been accused of attacking an Iranian ship. Nicole Grajewski, an expert on Russian-Iranian relations at Sciences Po, explains whether we could see the wars in Ukraine and Iran converging. Plus, the job market for recent college graduates is looking particularly bleak, with new data showing hiring rates for entry-level jobs down for the fifth year in a row. NBC News data graphics intern Ashley Mowreader breaks down how the economy and AI landscape are making it harder to land early-career opportunities. Finally, the dating app Tinder paused a controversial new feature that was editing users’ pictures without their consent. NBC News trending reporter Angela Yang tells us how users are responding to their unsolicited makeovers — and how it could ultimately push them off the app. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Dr. Anthony Fauci repeatedly invoked his Fifth Amendment right to refrain from answering questions in his Senate hearing today, accusing committee Chairman Sen. Rand Paul, R-Ky., of having an “unhinged obsession” with prosecuting him. Over the weekend, Paul released Dr. Fauci’s personal journal, in which Fauci documented his experience as director of NIAID during the Covid pandemic. So what’s revealed in these journal entries and what happened at the hearing? NBC News White House correspondent Monica Alba breaks it down. Plus, Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear is calling on Sen. Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., to prove that he’s still fit to serve or resign, more than a month after McConnell was hospitalized for a fall. NBC News senior national political reporter Sahil Kapur details why McConnell and his office haven’t been forced to provide more updates to the public. Finally, “The Ringer WNBA Show” host Seerat Sohi breaks down the rumors swirling about WNBA Commissioner Cathy Englebert’s future after she sidestepped a question at this weekend’s All-Star game. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who was in Washington, D.C., for the funeral services of his close ally, Sen. Lindsey Graham, met with President Trump in person for the first time since they started the war with Iran. NBC News International Correspondent Matt Bradley details why Netanyahu is trying to put rumors of their strained relationship to bed ahead of U.S. and Israeli elections in the fall. Plus, wildfires are raging across southwestern Europe and upcoming heat waves could make the situation worse. Sky News correspondent Sadiya Chowdhury reports on the devastation she’s seeing near Bordeaux, France, and how residents are reacting. Finally, New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is moving forward with his plan to make groceries more affordable with city-run discounted stores. Gothamist and WNYC reporter Karen Yi explains how it will work and why these supermarkets might not be coming to a city near you. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
President Trump narrowly won Michigan in 2024 but, with his poll numbers slipping, Democrats think they have a chance at picking up a Senate seat. Will they go for progressive candidate Abdul El-Sayed or establishment-backed Congresswoman Haley Stevens? Michigan Public Radio’s Rick Pluta explains what’s at stake ahead of next week’s primary. Meanwhile, Maine Democrats have officially chosen Troy Jackson as their Democratic candidate for Senate, replacing Graham Platner. But Jackson now has less than 100 days to convince Maine voters to choose him over incumbent GOP Sen. Susan Collins. Alex Seitz-Wald, local reporter and deputy editor for the Midcoast Villager, talks strategies for this must-win race for Democrats to take back the Senate. Finally, it was a very Ryan-forward Comic-Con in San Diego this weekend, with big announcements from a trio of Ryans: Ryan Coogler, Ryan Gosling and Ryan Reynolds. NBC News Senior Hollywood Reporter Rebecca Keegan brings us the latest from Marvel’s Cinematic Universe. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Attention shoppers: Prices are rising on everything from gas to travel to groceries. Oil surged this week because of the war in the Middle East, gas prices followed suit, and now President Donald Trump has implemented a new round of tariffs on 60 U.S. trading partners just before his 10% global tariff expired. So how are businesses and consumers reacting? NBC News business reporter Allie Canal puts the economic volatility in perspective. Plus, the Tehran-backed Houthi rebels say they’re imposing a blockade on Saudi Arabia in the Red Sea. NBC News chief foreign correspondent Richard Engel explains why the move is coming now and how the new front in the war could impact the region. Finally, for basketball fans, the wait is over: NBA legend LeBron James says he’s joining the Philadelphia 76ers on a two-year, $8 million contract. NBC Sports play-by-play commentator Noah Eagle joins to break down why James made a big move — with a big pay cut — at what could be the end of his career. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
New York became the first state in the nation to enact a one-year moratorium on massive AI data centers last week. Gov. Kathy Hochul joins the show to explain why she’s not worried about missing out on an economic boom as a result — plus, her take on New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s first 200 days. Meanwhile, data centers have been popping up across the country — and have become a controversial issue in many states. NBC News Chief Capitol Hill Correspondent Ryan Nobles visited Virginia’s Loudoun County to learn what life is like in “Data Center Alley,” which boasts the highest concentration in the world. Finally, even before Christopher Nolan’s “The Odyssey” became a massive hit, right-wing critics were attacking it online. NBC News Culture and Trends Reporter Angela Yang reveals why AI-generated versions of the ancient Greek epic are being created as part of the backlash. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says the Iran war has already cost over $37 billion, but some officials say that number is billions too low. Meanwhile, President Trump is escalating threats on critical Iranian infrastructure. NBC News national security and global affairs reporter Dan De Luce breaks down how the renewed attacks are impacting the Pentagon’s budget and whether the president’s threats could lead to more intense military action. Plus, House Republicans are racing to advance key policy items before heading out for their August recess. NBC News chief Capitol Hill correspondent Ryan Nobles breaks down why several of the GOP’s priorities are facing major roadblocks. Lastly, with an FDA advisory panel set to review seven peptides this week, NBC News medical contributor Dr. Kavita Patel joins to do some myth-busting about the drugs. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
President Trump is reigniting a trade war with Canada, imposing a 50% tariff on a number of products ahead of Friday’s deadline for the expiration of his 10% global tariffs. NBC News chief White House correspondent Garrett Haake explains how the administration could keep using tariffs as a negotiation tactic and how the Canadian wildfires are factoring in. Plus, British authorities are trying to extradite the controversial social media influencers Andrew and Tristan Tate with a new set of rape charges brought against them, which the brothers deny. Heidi Blake, investigative reporter for The New Yorker magazine, explains how their arrest last weekend points to a shifting relationship between the brothers and the Trump administration. Finally, NBC News AI reporter Jared Perlo reports from China’s largest AI conference, where the technology is powering robot traffic cops, breakdancers and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
At least three U.S. service members were killed in the Middle East over the weekend. The U.S. military responded by attacking Iranian missile and drone launch sites. NBC News senior national security correspondent Courtney Kube breaks down how a lack of transparency from the Pentagon has made it difficult to understand the military’s mission and discusses whether we’ve entered a new phase of the war. Then, Keir Starmer is out and Andy Burnham is in as Britain’s prime minister. NBC News senior reporter Alexander Smith introduces us to the country’s seventh leader in a decade and explains why Burnham may have more staying power than his predecessors. And it was an epic opening weekend for Christopher Nolan’s “The Odyssey” adaptation. NBC News managing editor for business and the economy Mike Calia explains how the IMAX 70 mm film is part of a growing push for “premium screen” experiences. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
President Trump repeated his claims of voter fraud and foreign interference in the 2020 election in a primetime address last night, while also accusing China of undermining his presidential campaign that year. But he offered no clear evidence for these allegations. Former Homeland Security Secretary Jeh Johnson breaks down why he thinks Trump conflated election influence and election interference, and why he thinks states are prepared to protect elections against foreign adversaries. Plus, Telemundo play-by-play announcer Andrés Cantor and his iconic “goooooool” calls will be in the booth when Argentina and Spain go head-to-head in Sunday’s World Cup finale. Cantor shares his highlights from the tournament, previews what he calls a “dream final” matchup and explains why he has worn the same suit for every Argentina game. Finally, NBC News entertainment correspondent Chloe Melas tells us who to expect in FIFA’s first-ever halftime show – and why soccer fans are upset about it. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
The U.S. military ramped up its attacks on Iran Thursday morning, with strikes targeting areas near Tehran. Iran hit back at U.S. allies in the region in response. NBC News chief international correspondent Keir Simmons explains how disagreements over the Strait of Hormuz are fueling the latest stage of the conflict. Then, President Donald Trump is teasing “really big news” in a primetime address to the nation at 9 p.m. ET. NBC News chief White House correspondent Garrett Haake breaks down what to expect. Finally, Spain and Argentina will face off in the World Cup final. Turfcoach CEO Christian Theil explains how the grass on the pitch could help crown the tournament champion. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche wants to drop the "acting" from his title, but lawmakers on both sides of the aisle voiced their concerns at his confirmation hearing Wednesday. NBC News Correspondent Julie Tsirkin walks us through some of the key moments in Blanche’s testimony and the odds that he’ll win over two Republican holdouts. Plus, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has identified more than 7,000 potential cases of the foodborne illness cyclosporiasis nationwide. NBC News Health and Medical News Reporter Erika Edwards shares best practices to avoid getting sick. Then, the Panini World Cup sticker craze has hit the U.S., and collectors are trading like mad to finish their books before the end of the tournament. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
ICE has issued a nationwide order to all officers to stop pursuing people in vehicles, current and former DHS officials say, after ICE officers fatally shot two men in less than a week. NBC News senior homeland security correspondent Julia Ainsley breaks down the latest incident in Maine and how the administration’s arrest quotas could be a factor in these shootings. Plus, 12 states are suing to block the Paramount-Warner Bros. merger. California Attorney General Rob Bonta, who’s leading the lawsuit, explains why he believes the merger would harm consumers. Finally: England and Argentina are set to face off Wednesday in the World Cup semifinals. NBC News sports reporter Andrew Greif takes us inside their decadeslong rivalry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
South Carolina Senator Lindsey Graham’s unexpected death has rocked the political world and left the Republican Party scrambling to find a replacement ahead of the November midterm elections. NBC News chief Capitol Hill correspondent Ryan Nobles talks about the political void Graham leaves behind and in what ways the GOP can move forward. Then, former California Congressman Eric Swalwell and Maine Democratic candidate Graham Platner ended their respective campaigns this year following allegations of sexual assault, which each candidate denies. Cheyenne Hunt, founder and executive director of the advocacy group Reckoning Action, details how she helped the women who accused the politicians come forward with their stories and why she thinks the political vetting process needs to change. Lastly, NBC News senior policy reporter Shannon Pettypiece explains how a private equity-fueled expansion has inflated the cost of a summer fun staple: bowling. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
The White House has ousted the members of the Election Assistance Commission, a bipartisan agency that works with state and local officials on election security. NBC News senior national politics reporter Jon Allen lays out how weakening the agency could create more distrust in the midterms. Then, prosecutors began laying out their evidence against Tyler Robinson, the man accused in the killing of Charlie Kirk, including a taped interview with the suspect’s former roommate and love interest who says Robinson expressed regret after the conservative activist’s shooting. NBC News legal analyst Misty Marris explains why this testimony could help both the prosecution and the defense if the judge decides to bring Robinson to trial. And finally: the Portland Trail Blazers are pumping the brakes on their trade for Los Angeles Clippers’ star Kawhi Leonard. NBC Sports’ Kurt Helin talks about the NBA investigation into Leonard’s compensation and why the outcome could ripple through the league. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Maine Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner has denied the sexual assault allegation against him but says he’s suspending his campaign after pressure from Democratic leaders. NBC News senior politics reporter Sahil Kapur breaks down how the scramble to replace Platner could hurt Democrats’ chances of retaking the Senate in November. Then: There’s new reporting that the Pentagon is running out of money and is asking Congress for $67 billion in additional funds. NBC News senior national security correspondent Courtney Kube explains why the Pentagon might not get Congress to sign on and how that could affect the U.S. war with Iran. Finally, in the wake of contentious World Cup calls made using video assistant referees (VAR), Wall Street Journal Columnist Jason Gay makes the case against the technology. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
President Donald Trump declared the U.S. and Iranian ceasefire to be “over” after the two countries traded strikes overnight, upending the second day of the NATO summit. NBC News White House Correspondent Monica Alba reports from Turkey on how alliance leaders responded and the big deal reached on Ukraine. Meanwhile, Iranian officials are responding with messages of defiance. NBC News Chief Foreign Correspondent Richard Engel joins from Tehran to break down why Iranians are blaming the U.S. for breaking the memorandum of understanding and what that means for the future of negotiations. Plus, HBO’s “The Pitt” and “Hacks” led Emmy nominations Wednesday morning, but there were also some new players getting nods. NBC News Senior Hollywood Reporter Rebecca Keegan has more on that and why Mariska Hargitay of "Law and Order" has been tapped to be the first woman to host the awards ceremony in 15 years. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
President Donald Trump began this week’s NATO meeting criticizing alliance members and floating U.S. control of Greenland. But U.S. allies say they’re more focused on defense spending limits and getting more military support for the war in Ukraine. NBC News Chief White House Correspondent Garrett Haake previews possible points of progress for the high-stakes talks. Then, Maine Democratic Senate nominee Graham Platner is facing pressure to drop out of his race following an allegation of sexual assault from a woman he dated, which he denies. NBC News Chief Capitol Hill Correspondent Ryan Nobles details what could happen if Platner leaves the race. Finally, NBC News International Correspondent Daniele Hamamdjian explains Prince Harry’s long-term campaign against British tabloids and why losing a privacy lawsuit against the publisher of the Daily Mail could clear the way for reconciliation with the royal family. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Crowds are filling the streets of Tehran, Iran, for the funeral procession of former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, four months after the start of the war with the U.S. and Israel. NBC News Chief Foreign Correspondent Richard Engel reports from Tehran on how the conflict has emboldened the Iranian government. Then, Russia’s ballistic missiles struck targets in Ukraine’s capital, Kyiv, hours before the start of the NATO summit in Turkey, underscoring the country’s lack of air defenses. Ukrainian journalist Illia Ponomarenko explains why Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will implore NATO leaders for aid, but why his requests may be hard to fulfill. Plus, did President Donald Trump force FIFA to reconsider a red card against U.S. striker Folarin Balogun? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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